Junior Paralegal

Scion Staffing, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Scion Staffing, Inc. is seeking a Junior Paralegal for a hybrid, contract-to-hire role in New York City. Recent graduates with a strong interest in launching a legal career will work alongside experienced attorneys and professionals on sophisticated matters.

The position offers hands-on experience at a world-renowned law firm, with opportunities for long-term growth and a comprehensive benefits package upon permanent hire.

Qualifications

• Recent college graduate or early professional experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and paralegal support to attorneys and legal teams.
• Organize, maintain, and manage case files and legal documents.
• Assist with document review, preparation, and proofreading.
• Conduct basic legal and factual research as assigned.
• Prepare exhibits, binders, and other materials for meetings and matters.
• Coordinate document production and file management.
• Track deadlines and assist with project coordination.
• Perform other legal support duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Recent college graduate

Job description

Scion Staffing is conducting a search for a Junior Paralegal on behalf of a highly regarded global law firm. This is a hybrid, contract-to-hire opportunity based in New York City. The firm is seeking a motivated recent college graduate who is eager to launch a long-term career in the legal industry. This is an outstanding opportunity to gain hands-on experience at a world-renowned law firm while working alongside experienced attorneys and legal professionals on sophisticated matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and paralegal support to attorneys and legal teams.
• Organize, maintain, and manage case files and legal documents.
• Assist with document review, preparation, and proofreading.
• Conduct basic legal and factual research as assigned.
• Prepare exhibits, binders, and other materials for meetings and matters.
• Coordinate document production and file management.
• Track deadlines and assist with project coordination.
• Perform other legal support duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Recent college graduate or early professional experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Temporary hourly rate: $28.85-$40.87 per hour, depending on experience.
• Upon permanent conversion: anticipated annual salary of $60,000-$85,000, based on qualifications and performance.
• Opportunity for long-term career growth with a prestigious international law firm.
• Comprehensive benefits package available upon permanent hire.

Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.